The notion of institutional entrepreneur (DiMaggio, 1988) has given rise to a controversy in
neo-institutional theory around the ability of actors to distance themselves from institutional …

In this paper, we suggest future research on the processes and knowledge-based resources
in corporate entrepreneurship (CE), argue for the need to appreciate the heterogeneity of …

New ventures often encounter a strategic dilemma of whether to differentiate themselves
from or to conform to other businesses in the industry. The present study joins this ongoing …

Entrepreneurs pursue opportunities in a variety of contexts. Research has focused on
opportunity creation and recognition in new and emerging industries. However, how …

Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to examine how legitimacy as “an entrepreneur” is
gained in relation to others during the nascent phase. Design/methodology/approach–The …

MIT Abstract This paper addresses a theoretical puzzle regarding how institutions enhance
individual entrepreneurial behavior. We leverage a unique research setting to extend …

Purpose Many factors influence entrepreneurs, some of which influence the level of
innovation (ie innovative or imitative) of new products or services pursued. The purpose of …

Corporate entrepreneurship is about remaking organizations; it affects organizational
cultures and systems, which, in turn, influence the magnitude, direction and content of …

Purpose–Studies on spinoffs neglect firms founded by single individuals (ie proprietorships)
thus overlooking a large portion of new ventures. Moreover, scholars usually do not consider …

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the profile of entrepreneurs who failed in
previous businesses, but despite their initial failure, decide to start or maintain another …